Enrichment Series
The Enrichment Series consists of demonstrations, performances and hands-on workshops using a variety of different art forms as tools to explore and develop creativity. Geared specifically for adults, the series offers participants the opportunity to take pleasure in using their imaginations, awakening their inherent creative powers. For the beginner or the experienced, the Enrichment Series offers easy introductions to a variety of art forms. All sessions are held at the Francis Hardy Gallery in downtown Ephraim unless otherwise specified.
An Introduction to Felting with Rosie Dittmann
Thurs., June 19, 2 pm at Whitefish Bay Farm
3831 Clark Lake Road (County WD), Sturgeon Bay
Local fiber artist Rosie Dittmann will share her artistry with wool during a free public demonstration at Whitefish Bay Farm in rural Sturgeon Bay. The felting demonstration will offer the public a rare chance to see this accomplished artist at work as well as a glimpse into the process and creation of one-of-a-kind articles featuring wool from the farm's flock of white and naturally colored Corriedale sheep.
Mosaic Madness: Decorative Art for the Interior and Exterior
Thurs., July 17, 2 pm
Learn to master the exquisite technique of mosaic - the art of decoration using small pieces of colored glass, stone or other materials - under the creative guidance of master gardener and stained glass artist extraordinaire Karin Overbeck. She will demonstrate the techniques used in the creation of interior and exterior mosaics and will assist participants in developing the necessary skills to create their own gorgeous mosaics - planters, birdbaths, benches and wall hangings. The sky's the limit when creating mosaics!
Looking at Children's Art with Joan Thrower Timm
Thurs., August 21, 2 pm
What do those tadpole people mean? This illustrated presentation is designed to unlock the joys and mysteries of your children and grandchildren's art and to introduce you to the developmental stages of art that all children go through, regardless of cultural background.
International Dance
Thurs., Sept. 18, 2 pm
Learn International Folk dances with Door County resident and dancer Grace Bernhard and how Folk dancing has been a part of village life all over the world. When learning the dances of the common people, participants will also learn about culture, music, and customs. No experience is necessary. Just come with a willingness to move!
Spirited Tales for Halloween
Thurs., October 16, 2 pm
There are those who believe that children should be kept away from scary stories like "Snow White" and "Hansel and Gretel." Others will argue that scary stories, when handled carefully, will help children develop healthy strategies for coping in a complex world. Drawing from their experiences in child development and children's performance, developmental psychologist Joan S. Timm and children's theater director and author Henry Timm will discuss the issues that scary stories present to children who are growing up in a culture in which frightening experiences, both actual and artificial, are only a television program away.